Patents by Inventor Mei-Feng Hong

Mei-Feng Hong has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 11918547
    Abstract: Methods for treating excess pigmentation, including treatment of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), are disclosed. The disclosed methods comprise administration of a composition comprising bakuchiol substantially free of furanocoumarins to a mammal. Compositions comprising bakuchiol and methods for their preparation are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 2022
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2024
    Inventors: Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia, Lidia Alfaro Brownell
  • Publication number: 20240024403
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties capable of modulating the activity of cannabinoid receptors, and to oligomers of flavan-3-ol capable of modulating fat absorption and storage. Such Diels-Alder adducts of chalcone and prenylphenyl moieties or oligomers of flavan-3-ol can optionally be used in combination with other weight management agents, such as anorectic agents, a lipase inhibitors, other cannabinoid receptor modulators, psychotropic agents, insulin sensitizers, stimulants, or satiety agents, as well as to methods of use thereof such as treating or preventing weight gain or obesity, promoting weight loss, appetite suppression, modifying satiety, or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2023
    Publication date: January 25, 2024
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Byong-II Choi, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, QI Jia, Ping Jiao, Hyun-Jin Kim, Mi-Ran Kim, Tae-Woo Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mesfin Yimam, Ji-Hye Hwang, Mi-Sun Oh
  • Patent number: 11806379
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Myristica extract, at least one Astragalus extract, and at least one Schizandra extract. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Myristica extract enriched for one or more lignans, including phenylpropanoids, dimers and polymers, at least one Astragalus extract enriched for one or more polysaccharides and triterpenoids, and at least one Schizandra extract enriched for one or more lignans and organic acids. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Myristica extract, at least one Astragalus extract, and at least one Poria extract.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 13, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 7, 2023
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mesfin Yimam, Ping Jiao, Mei Feng Hong, Breanna Moore
  • Publication number: 20230190852
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides mixtures of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both capable of modulating joint inflammation, joint pain, joint stiffness, cartilage degradation, or improving mobility, range of motion, flexibility, joint physical function, or any combination thereof. Such a mixture of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both can optionally be used in combination with other joint management agents, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents/analgesics, COX/LOX inhibiting agents, glucosamine compounds, neuropathic pain relief agents, or the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 23, 2023
    Publication date: June 22, 2023
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Young-Chul Lee, Mesfin Yimam
  • Publication number: 20230131719
    Abstract: Compositions are disclosed herein that comprise a mixture of at least one Albizia extract and a Magnolia extract. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a mixture of at least one Albizia extract enriched for one or more macrocyclic alkaloids and at least one Magnolia extract enrich for one or more lignans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2022
    Publication date: April 27, 2023
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Ping Jiao, Mi sun Oh, Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia
  • Publication number: 20230027219
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mixture of sugar apple and rosemary extracts, optionally in combination with prickly ash extract, for use as skin care compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2022
    Publication date: January 26, 2023
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Ji-Hye Hwang, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mi-Ran Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mesfin Yimam
  • Publication number: 20220401379
    Abstract: Methods for treating excess pigmentation, including treatment of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), are disclosed. The disclosed methods comprise administration of a composition comprising bakuchiol substantially free of furanocoumarins to a mammal. Compositions comprising bakuchiol and methods for their preparation are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2022
    Publication date: December 22, 2022
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia, Lidia Alfaro Brownell
  • Patent number: 11529384
    Abstract: Compositions are disclosed herein that comprise a mixture of at least one Albizia extract and a Magnolia extract. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a mixture of at least one Albizia extract enriched for one or more macrocyclic alkaloids and at least one Magnolia extract enrich for one or more lignans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2022
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Ping Jiao, Mi sun Oh, Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia
  • Patent number: 11446225
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides a mixture of sugar apple and rosemary extracts, optionally in combination with prickly ash extract, for use as skin care compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2020
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Brandon Corneliusen, Mei-Feng Hong, Ji-Hye Hwang, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Mi-Ran Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mesfin Yimam
  • Publication number: 20220265747
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract, at least one Aloe gel powder, and at least one Schizandra extract. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract enriched for at least one polymer or biopolymer, at least one Aloe gel powder enriched for at least one chromone, and at least one Schizandra extract enriched for at least one lignan and organic acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2022
    Publication date: August 25, 2022
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mesfin Yimam, Ping Jiao, Mei Feng Hong, Breanna Moore
  • Patent number: 11331359
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract, at least one Aloe gel powder, and at least one Schizandra extract. Compositions and methods for treatment of and maintaining the health of the liver are disclosed that include a mixture of plant extracts, wherein the plant extracts comprise at least one Artemisia extract enriched for at least one polymer or biopolymer, at least one Aloe gel powder enriched for at least one chromone, and at least one Schizandra extract enriched for at least one lignan and organic acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 17, 2022
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mesfin Yimam, Ping Jiao, Mei Feng Hong, Breanna Moore
  • Patent number: 11253486
    Abstract: Methods for treating excess pigmentation, including treatment of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), are disclosed. The disclosed methods comprise administration of a composition comprising bakuchiol substantially free of furanocoumarins to a mammal. Compositions comprising bakuchiol and methods for their preparation are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 18, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2022
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia, Lidia Alfaro Brownell
  • Patent number: 11123393
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides mixtures of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both capable of modulating joint inflammation, joint pain, joint stiffness, cartilage degradation, or improving mobility, range of motion, flexibility, joint physical function, or any combination thereof. Such a mixture of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both can optionally be used in combination with other joint management agents, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents/analgesics, COX/LOX inhibiting agents, glucosamine compounds, neuropathic pain relief agents, or the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 16, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2021
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Hyun-Jin Kim, Mi-Ran Kim, Tae-Woo Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Breanna Moore, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mi-Hye Park, Mesfin Yimam, Qian Zhang
  • Publication number: 20210275466
    Abstract: Methods for treating excess pigmentation, including treatment of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), are disclosed. The disclosed methods comprise administration of a composition comprising bakuchiol substantially free of furanocoumarins to a mammal. Compositions comprising bakuchiol and methods for their preparation are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 24, 2021
    Publication date: September 9, 2021
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia, Lidia Alfaro Brownell
  • Publication number: 20210154155
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions of bakuchiol (UP246) having low levels of impurities, particularly furanocoumarin impurities. The present invention further provides improved methods for the isolation, purification and analysis of compositions of bakuchiol. Finally, the present invention provides methods for using the purified bakuchiol compositions and formulations thereof for the prevention and treatment of various diseases and conditions mediated by cyclooxygenase (COX), lipoxygenase (LOX), minor inflammatory conditions and various microbial infections. The methods of this invention are comprised of administering to a host in need thereof an effective amount of the composition of this invention together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2021
    Publication date: May 27, 2021
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mei-Feng Hong
  • Patent number: 11013699
    Abstract: Methods for treating excess pigmentation, including treatment of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), are disclosed. The disclosed methods comprise administration of a composition comprising bakuchiol substantially free of furanocoumarins to a mammal. Compositions comprising bakuchiol and methods for their preparation are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 7, 2019
    Date of Patent: May 25, 2021
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia, Lidia Alfaro Brownell
  • Patent number: 10905654
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions of bakuchiol (UP246) having low levels of impurities, particularly furanocoumarin impurities. The present invention further provides improved methods for the isolation, purification and analysis of compositions of bakuchiol. Finally, the present invention provides methods for using the purified bakuchiol compositions and formulations thereof for the prevention and treatment of various diseases and conditions mediated by cyclooxygenase (COX), lipoxygenase (LOX), minor inflammatory conditions and various microbial infections. The methods of this invention are comprised of administering to a host in need thereof an effective amount of the composition of this invention together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 23, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 2, 2021
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Qi Jia, Mei-Feng Hong
  • Publication number: 20210000902
    Abstract: Compositions are disclosed herein that comprise a mixture of at least one Albizia extract and a Magnolia extract. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a mixture of at least one Albizia extract enriched for one or more macrocyclic alkaloids and at least one Magnolia extract enrich for one or more lignans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2020
    Publication date: January 7, 2021
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Ping Jiao, Mi sun Oh, Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia
  • Publication number: 20200352877
    Abstract: Methods for treating excess pigmentation, including treatment of post inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH), are disclosed. The disclosed methods comprise administration of a composition comprising bakuchiol substantially free of furanocoumarins to a mammal. Compositions comprising bakuchiol and methods for their preparation are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 18, 2020
    Publication date: November 12, 2020
    Applicant: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia, Lidia Alfaro Brownell
  • Patent number: 10780173
    Abstract: Compositions are disclosed herein that comprise a mixture of at least one Albizia extract and a Magnolia extract. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a mixture of at least one Albizia extract enriched for one or more macrocyclic alkaloids and at least one Magnolia extract enrich for one or more lignans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 22, 2020
    Assignee: Unigen, Inc.
    Inventors: Ping Jiao, Mi sun Oh, Mei Feng Hong, Qi Jia